Systems Engineering Intern (Aerospace & Defense)

Location: In office in Lone Tree, Colorado, United States. The role may involve laboratory or workshop work, occasional travel, and requires the ability to work in an office or hybrid environment. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance are required.

Salary: $23.54–$32.37 per hour.

Company

hirify.global develops aerospace, aviation, defense, ISR, and national security systems, including manned and unmanned aircraft and next-generation airborne command-and-control platforms.

What you will do

• Contribute to real-world technical projects and complete assigned engineering tasks.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support engineering decisions.
• Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements, timelines, and team goals.
• Perform hands-on technical work and collaborate with experienced engineers and team members.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support best-practice implementation through workshops and project work.

Requirements

• Be a sophomore, junior, or senior in college or technical school, with at least six months remaining until graduation after the internship ends.
• Be currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Have strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Be able to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Have strong organizational skills, a strong work ethic, and attention to detail.
• Be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• Be able to sit at a computer for extended periods, use computers and office equipment, handle tools and technical equipment, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Be able to work in laboratory or workshop environments that may involve loud noise or hazardous conditions.

Nice to have

• Prior internship or work experience in a technical or engineering role.
• Familiarity with the aerospace and defense industry.
• Basic knowledge of engineering software such as CAD or MATLAB.
• Microsoft Access skills.
• Progress toward an engineering or related degree.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on summer internship with mentoring from experienced industry professionals.
• Cross-functional workshops and direct involvement in company projects.
• Collaborative aerospace and defense work environment focused on innovation and mission execution.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, three weeks of paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.